Unpacking The Motherboard; Handling The Motherboard - SOYO SY-6BB User Manual

Introduction

1-2 UNPACKING THE MOTHERBOARD

When unpacking the motherboard, check for the following items:
Ø The SY-6BB 82440 BX AGP Set Motherboard
Ø This Quick Start Guide
Ø The Installation CD-ROM
Ø The CPU Retention Set
Ø One IDE Device Flat Cable
Ø One Floppy Disk Drive Flat Cable
Ø One 25-pin external serial connector with 9-pin flat cable
Ø One dual 25-pin parallel with 25-pin flat cable and 9-pin serial
with 9-pin flat cable external connector
*If your board comes with a driver disc and a paper manual, the Quick Start Guide
and the CD-ROM are not included in the package.
Warning: Do not unpack the motherboard from its anti-
static packaging until you are ready to install it.

1-3 HANDLING THE MOTHERBOARD

To avoid damage to your motherboard, follow these simple rules
while unpacking:
Ø Before handling the motherboard, ground yourself by
grasping an unpainted portion of the system's metal chassis.
Ø Remove the motherboard from its anti-static packaging. Hold
the motherboard by the edges and avoid touching its
components.
Ø Check the motherboard for damage. If any chip appears loose,
press carefully to seat it firmly in its socket.
Warning: Do not apply power if the motherboard appears
damaged. If there is damage to the board, contact your
dealer immediately.
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